The Beyond Bloated Podcast
Join me, Certified Health Coach - Karlee Close, as we explore gut health for women. As someone who struggled with digestive issues for over 5 years, I know how important it is to improve your symptoms and regain confidence in your body. Discover expert insights, practical tips, and real stories on how to eliminate bloat without having to follow strict protocols. Let's go beyond bloated together!
Episodes
If you’ve ever cut carbs in an effort to beat the bloat, lose weight, or get your energy back, this episode is for you.
In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the truth about low-carb and no-carb diets and how they can actually worsen symptoms like bloating, constipation, fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn weight gain, especially for women struggling with digestive issues.
We’ll dive into:
- The rise of carb fear (thanks...
Tired of eliminating foods only to still feel bloated, sluggish, or stuck in a cycle of digestive issues? In this episode, I’m joined by gut health expert and registered dietitian Kara Siedman, RDN, CDCES, to break down why restrictive diets like low FODMAP or carnivore often make gut issues worse, and what actually leads to lasting relief.
We dive deep into the real role of the microbiome (spoiler: it’s not just in y...
If you feel like you've tried everything for your bloating, from elimination diets to expensive gut protocols, but you're still left feeling uncomfortable, frustrated, and confused… this episode is for you.
I’m opening up about what I wish I knew back when I was bloated 24/7. I’ll walk you through the myths I believed, the extreme protocols I followed (hello, SIBO treatment #4), and what actually made the bi...
Think you're doing everything “right” — eating clean, avoiding your trigger foods, taking your supplements — but you're still bloated by the end of the day?
You’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything wrong.
In this episode, I’m walking you through the most common patterns I see when reviewing food journals from women who are bloated, frustrated, and stuck — even though their diet looks picture-perfect.
We...
Are you spending hundreds on gut health supplements but still feeling bloated, tired, or stuck? You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not doing anything wrong. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the supplement industry and talking about what actually helps when it comes to digestion and bloating.
I’ll walk you through:
- Why there’s no such thing as a “miracle gut health supplement”
- Red flags to watch...
Ever wonder what a gut-friendly morning actually looks like — without strict rules, intense workouts, or complicated supplements?
In this episode, I’m sharing my exact morning routine that keeps my digestion smooth, my belly bloat-free, and my nervous system calm — all before I even open my laptop. From the first thing I do when I wake up (yes, brushing your teeth before drinking water does matter!) to the kind of bre...
You've heard the hype—fasting is supposed to heal your gut, boost energy, and burn fat. But is it actually helping… or quietly making your bloating and digestive issues worse?
In this episode, I’m breaking down the truth about intermittent fasting specifically for women struggling with bloating, IBS, and gut-related symptoms. We’ll explore why so many women don’t feel better on popular fasting protocols, how horm...
Let’s get real—your poop is one of the most powerful (and free!) tools for understanding what’s going on in your gut. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what to look for in your bowel movements and how those clues can help you pinpoint what’s causing your bloating.
You’ll learn:
💩 What a “normal” poop actually looks like
💩 What loose, hard, or floating stools might mean
💩 Why your cycle and h...
Probiotics are everywhere—from the supplement aisle to your social media feed—touted as the fix for everything from bloating to brain fog. But can they actually make things worse? In this episode, I’m breaking down what probiotics really do, who might benefit from them, and why more isn’t always better.
We’ll cover:
- The difference between probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics
- How specific strains support digestion,...
In this episode, I’m joined by Sara Moreira—RN, FDNP, and hormone & metabolism practitioner for moms—for a refreshing and eye-opening conversation about the missing link in gut and hormone health: your circadian rhythm.
Sara opens up about her personal health journey, including years of gut issues and stubborn weight gain that didn’t improve—even with clean eating and regular workouts. What finally moved the needl...
When Carolyn Haeler was diagnosed with Celiac Disease, she quickly realized how limited—and disappointing—most gluten-free snacks were. Instead of settling, she decided to do something about it. In this episode, Carolyn shares her journey from chronic gut struggles to founding Mightylicious, a gluten-free cookie company that’s redefining what "safe and delicious" can look like.
We dive into how her diagnosis...
In this powerful episode, I’m joined by gut and autoimmune nutritionist Sarah Khan, who shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis as a teenager—and what she wishes more women knew about the connection between gut health, thyroid function, and autoimmune disease.
Sarah opens up about:
- Her early experience navigating symptoms like fatigue and brain fog
- What Hashimoto’s actually is and...
Can tracking your blood sugar help you beat the bloat — without cutting carbs or going on a restrictive diet?
In this episode, I’m sharing what happened when I wore a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) for two weeks and tracked how my body responded to food, exercise, sleep, and stress. From unexpected blood sugar spikes to discovering that a controversial breakfast choice didn’t spike me at all, this experiment was ful...
🌞 Ready to feel lighter, energized, and confident all summer long? In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 simple gut-friendly habits you can start now to beat bloating naturally — no restrictive diets, crazy supplements, or complicated routines required.
These habits are the foundation of great digestion, stable energy, and feeling good in your skin (especially with summer around the corner). Plus, I’ll explain why these ...
Still bloated even though you’ve cut out gluten, dairy, and sugar? You’re not alone—and the answer isn’t more restriction. In this episode, we’re diving into the real reasons you might still be bloated, even if you’re eating all the “right” foods. Spoiler: it has way more to do with your daily habits than your food sensitivities.
We’ll unpack four often-overlooked habits that play a huge role in gut health:
✅ Mea...
If you’ve ever felt puffy, sluggish, or “off” while traveling—this one’s for you. In this episode, I’m sharing my top gut-friendly travel tips so you can feel confident and comfortable no matter where you’re headed.
From snacks that actually support digestion, to simple routines that prevent bloating on planes, road trips, and hotel stays—you’ll learn how to stay regular, energized, and bloat-free without restriction ...
If you feel like you're doing everything for everyone else and barely have time or energy left for yourself — this episode is for you. I'm joined by certified coach and mom of three, Caitlin from Coaching with Caitlin, who helps busy caregivers ditch overwhelm and finally make their health a priority.
We’re diving into why habit change feels so hard (spoiler: it’s not your fault), what sustainable change act...
In this episode of The Beyond Bloated Podcast, we dive into the fascinating connection between your gut health and mental well-being. If you've been struggling with bloating, brain fog, anxiety, or mood swings, this episode is for you!
Did you know that your gut plays a huge role in how you feel mentally? Over 90% of your serotonin (the "feel-good" chemical) is produced in your gut, and an imbalanced gu...
In this powerful episode, I’m joined by hormone and weight loss expert Ciara Foy, who shares her personal gut health journey—from growing up in the low-fat, diet culture of the ‘90s to becoming a leading voice in holistic hormone health.
We dive into the deep (and often overlooked) connection between gut health and hormones, and how nutrition plays a key role in balancing both. Ciara reveals why blood sugar balance is...
If you’ve ever walked out of a doctor’s office feeling dismissed, unheard, or still stuck in a cycle of bloating and food reactions—you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by Naturopath and Nutritionist Alana Bonneman, host of the Health After 30 Podcast, to dive deep into why so many women feel like they have to be their own health advocate—and how to actually start getting to the root cause of your symptoms.
W...
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